Darren Cartledge Photography
Yorkshire Wedding Photographer based in Hull
Natural, Creative & Timeless Award-Winning Wedding Photography in Hull, Yorkshire and beyond.
If you’re looking for a Hull wedding photographer who captures real moments rather than staged scenes, you’re in the right place. I’m Darren, an award-winning documentary-led wedding photographer based in Hull, photographing weddings across Yorkshire, including North Yorkshire, East Yorkshire, and the Yorkshire Wolds. I work with couples who want their day remembered honestly, naturally, and beautifully, creating images that truly tell their story.
Being based in Hull means I know the city and surrounding areas inside out. As a wedding photographer in Hull, I regularly photograph celebrations across East Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, and the wider county, working quietly in the background to tell the full story of your day as it unfolds.
As a Yorkshire wedding photographer, I’m drawn to the variety the region offers – from historic country houses and relaxed coastal venues to elegant city weddings. No matter the location, my approach stays the same: calm, unobtrusive, and focused on genuine moments that matter.
AWARD-WINNING WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY IN YORKSHIRE
My Approach as a Your Hull Wedding Photographer
As your wedding photographer, my approach is simple. I want you to enjoy your wedding day without feeling like you’re constantly being posed or directed. Your photos should reflect how the day felt, not just how it looked.
You can find out more about my approach as a Hull wedding photographer or explore my work across the region as a Yorkshire wedding photographer.
I work with a relaxed, unobtrusive style that blends candid storytelling with creative portraiture. Think of it as the best of both worlds: genuine moments captured naturally, with just enough guidance during couple portraits to help you feel comfortable and confident. No awkward posing. No forced smiles. No long delays while people are waiting around.
My goal is to be everywhere I need to be without ever getting in the way. I’ll blend in with your guests, keep an eye on the best light, and anticipate moments before they happen, whilst all the time fitting in with your schedule.
All of my wedding photography packages include a pre-wedding chat, it’s the perfect ice-breaker, helping us get to know each other so that you feel relaxed and totally at ease when the big day arrives. Most importantly, my approach is always people-focused. Weddings are full of laughter, nerves, tears, little glances, inside jokes, and beautiful chaos, and all of that deserves to be captured in a genuine and heartfelt way.
What to expect from me, as your Yorkshire wedding photographer on your special day.
When you book me as your Yorkshire wedding photographer, you’re not just getting someone to take photos. You’re choosing someone who’s invested in your wedding day from start to finish. Someone who is there to preserve all the precious memories and document the day as it unfolds, following your schedule not ours.
A Friendly, Supportive Presence
We’re there to help the day run smoothly, keep things relaxed, and make sure you both feel comfortable in front of the camera. Need a buttonhole pinning or a quick breather? We’re on hand to help.
Authentic, Unobtrusive Coverage
We blend into your day like guests with cameras, capturing genuine moments without pulling you away from the fun. You enjoy the day, making sure it’s documented beautifully.
Natural, Guided Portraits
Experience has taught me not everyone enjoys being in front of a camera. I give just enough direction to help you feel confident while keeping things relaxed and natural. So even if you normally shy away from the camera, you’ll be surprised at how easy and enjoyable it feels.
Two Photographers Included in Full-Day Packages
Your wedding day is bursting with moments happening everywhere at once. With two photographers included as standard in my full-day packages, you get more angles, more candid moments, and a richer story.
Luxury Photography Packages with Real Value
I’m committed to offering the best possible value. Every package is built to include the things couples genuinely benefit from. Luxury albums, drone photography, pre-wedding shoots, and more.
Beautifully Edited, Story-Driven Galleries
After the day, your images are carefully and timelessly edited to create a cohesive, beautiful gallery that reflects the atmosphere, emotion, and story of your wedding. You’ll receive an online gallery to share, download, and enjoy, with luxury album options to turn your favourites into something truly special.
What our wedding photography clients are saying.
About Me – Your Hull & East Yorkshire Wedding Photographer
I’m Darren a friendly, detail-focused Hull & East Yorkshire wedding photographer with a passion for storytelling and a genuine love for photographing people at their happiest.
Over the years as a Yorkshire wedding photographer, I’ve photographed weddings across East Yorkshire, Hull, Beverley and the wider Yorkshire region, from castles and coastal celebrations to rustic barns and elegant estates. Including at venues such as Danby Castle Barn, The Barn at Willerby Hill, Hazlewood Castle and Hackness Grange.
I’m incredibly proud to be an award-winning wedding photographer, with awards from the Guild of Professional Photographers, but what matters most to me is the experience couples have when working with me. I want every couple to feel relaxed, looked after, and excited to see their story unfold through their photographs.
If you’re looking for a Hull wedding photographer who will capture every moment with creativity, care, and genuine enthusiasm, I’d love to hear from you and learn all about your plans.
Pre-Wedding & Engagement Shoots
Relax and ease any pre-wedding jitters with a fun photo session! These shoots are a wonderful way for us to connect and capture some beautiful, relaxed portraits.
Wedding Photography Packages
I offer wedding photography packages that capture your entire day, complete with luxurious, hand-finished albums to cherish forever.
Hull Wedding Photographer Gallery
I work as a wedding photographer right across the UK. Here is a showcase of some of my favourite signature and candid wedding photographs.